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HC-130J Aircraft Exterior Wash Services

U.S. Department of Defense
Updated Jul 24, 2026 · 22:32 UTC
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This is a Sources Sought notice.

The agency is gauging market interest. No bid is being requested yet — submitting a capabilities statement may put you on the radar for the eventual solicitation.

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The New Mexico Air National Guard needs a small business to provide exterior wash services for its HC-130J aircraft at Kirtland AFB, NM.

Key Details

  • What exactly do they need?

The New Mexico Air National Guard needs a small business to provide exterior wash services for its HC-130J aircraft at Kirtland AFB, NM. The contractor must provide all non-government furnished personnel, equipment, tools, materials, supervision, and quality control necessary to perform these services. The services will be performed approximately six times a year, with a maximum turnaround time of 16 hours. The contractor is responsible for providing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and supervision.

  • What's the contract structure and timeline?

The contract will be for an anticipated maximum of five years, with a one-year base period and four one-year option periods. The notice doesn't say what type of contract this will be.

  • How will they pick the winner?

The notice doesn't say how the winner will be chosen.

  • When and how do you bid?

Submit a Capability Statement electronically via email to ODINI RAMOS at 150SOW.MSC.RFPRFQ@us.af.mil by July 31, 2026 at 11:00 AM MST.

Who can apply

  • Must be a certified small business
  • Has experience with military or large-frame aircraft
  • Has managed badging, background checks, and compliance with strict installation security and environmental protocols at Kirtland AFB before

If you're interested, do this first

  • Check that your small business certification is still active in SAM.gov
  • Write a 1-page summary of your experience with military or large-frame aircraft
  • Email the contracting officer to RSVP for the site visit (if one is scheduled)

Primary point of contact

Name
Odini Ramos
Email
odini.ramos@us.af.mil
Phone
(505) 853-9869

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